Simplybiz has launched a new academy, designed to help advice firms attract, develop and retain new talent.
The academy will offer an end-to-end pathway for financial planners, mortgage advisers, paraplanners and financial services administrators, supporting individuals from initial recruitment through to ongoing professional development.
In addition to providing tailored, in-house consultation on suitable pathways, the new academy will work in partnership with apprenticeship providers, including LIBF and SkillsEdge to provide access to a range of qualification routes such as LIBF and CII.
Simplybiz said its proposition also includes governance and post-qualification support, with regular check-ins for employers, as well as oversight of apprentice progress, access to a dedicated CPD and compliance learning platform and ongoing training and competence support.
Tom Hegarty, CEO of Simplybiz, said: “For nearly 15 years, I’ve worked to open up clearer, more accessible pathways into financial advice, and this academy proposition is the culmination of that ambition.
“This initiative represents a unique opportunity for directly authorised firms to benefit from the kind of structured support, governance, and talent development that has historically only been available within networks. Our aim is simple: to help firms find new talent, nurture their development, and secure the long-term sustainability of the profession.”
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